Surrey County Council - Recruitment
- Job Title: Contemporary Music Lead
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours:
Full time - Artform: Music
- Role: Teaching
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Sun, 01 Jun 2025
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Location:
South West
Job Summary
Job Description
This is a key role in shaping the future of music education in Surrey by leading the development of our contemporary music strategy. From digital production and DJing to pop, jazz, hip-hop, and fusion styles, you’ll help ensure our offer reflects the diverse interests of young people across the county.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering Surrey Music Hub’s mission to widen participation, inspire creativity, and provide clear progression pathways for all young people, including those exploring rap, spoken word, and other forms of vocal and digital expression.
The role may require some evening and weekend work to support events, projects, and performances, for which time off in lieu can be taken. The post will involve a mix of home working, project delivery in schools and community venues, and occasional visits to our Guildford office.
Rewards and Benefits
- 26 days’ holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
- Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
- Up to 5 days of carer’s leave per year
- Paternity, adoption and dependants leave
- A generous local government salary related pension
- Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
- 2 paid volunteering days per year
- Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
- Opportunities to participate in regional and national music education professional development programmes
Job Requirements
As Contemporary Music Lead, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping Surrey Arts’ approach to contemporary and digital music. You’ll develop and drive a county-wide strategy that broadens our musical offer, making it more relevant, inclusive, and inspiring for today’s young people.
You’ll lead on designing new ensembles and music-making opportunities across genres such as electronic, pop, rock, hip-hop, jazz, R&B, DJing, folk, and fusion styles-creating exciting, accessible pathways for all learners, including those with SEND or who face barriers to participation.
The role is highly collaborative, you’ll work closely with schools, youth organisations, and community groups to embed contemporary music into classrooms, rehearsal spaces, and community venues. You’ll also support teachers through CPD, curriculum guidance, and resource development.
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